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60-min Music Composition Lesson for ages 11+

New York City Piano Academy See all classes by this school @ Interactive Live Online

Unleash your musical creativity and develop your unique compositional style with the comprehensive music composition training offered at NYCPA. Explore music theory, analysis, techniques, notation, and historical perspectives, and create original music across different genres. 

All levels 11 and older
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45-min Music Composition Lesson for ages 7-10

New York City Piano Academy See all classes by this school @ Interactive Live Online

Unlock your child's creative potential through the art of music composition with NYCPA. Discover the fundamental principles and techniques of composing music while developing their unique compositional style. Perfect for young musicians looking to become more well-rounded or pianists wanting to compose and play their own music.

All levels 7 - 10 years old
$90
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Beat Making / Music Production Online 1:1 Lesson

NYC Beat Making See all classes by this school

Learn music production from a professional NYU graduate composer, music producer, and pianist in this exclusive online one-on-one tutoring. Whether you're a beginner or advanced musician, you'll receive personalized instruction tailored to your skill level and interests. Discover the world of beat making and music production from the comfort of your own home.

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$135
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60-min Music Theory Lesson (Classical or Jazz) for ages 11+

New York City Piano Academy See all classes by this school @ Interactive Live Online

Learn the fundamentals of music notation, analysis, and composition in this comprehensive Music Theory course for ages 11 and up. Choose between Classical or Jazz styles and gain a deeper understanding of how to read and write music. Perfect for aspiring musicians at the New York City Piano Academy.

All levels 11 and older
$120
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45-min Music Theory Lesson (Classical or Jazz) for ages 8-10

New York City Piano Academy See all classes by this school @ Interactive Live Online

Unlock the secrets of music with NYCPA's engaging and comprehensive Music Theory lessons. Perfect for young learners aged 8-10, this course will provide a solid foundation in reading and writing music notation, as well as a deep understanding of music analysis. Choose between Classical or Jazz styles and embark on a musical journey today!

All levels 8 - 10 years old
$96
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Become Your Own Composer: Writing Music for Playwrights, Lyricists & Librettists

Unlock the music inside you with "Become Your Own Composer: Writing Music for Playwrights, Lyricists & Librettists." This comprehensive course offers 44 engaging videos and interactive exercises to help you compose and notate melodies and chords, plus three months of bi-weekly group coaching and community support. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, you'll gain the tools to create lead sheets and bring your musical ideas to life.

  • Beginner
  • 18 and older
  • $799
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  • Live Interactive Virtual
  • 38 hours over 19 sessions

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  • $799/person
  • 38 hours over 19 sessions
  • No musical experience needed. A keyboard or piano is required.
  • Price is for 16 sessions, no class dates TBA
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Do you have ideas for songs, but lack the tools to get the song out of your head and onto the page?  Come learn how to compose and notate your own melodies and chords! Includes 44 videos and exercises, and 3 months of bi-weekly online group coaching and online community access. 

Learn to:

  • Compose & notate melodies
  • Choose chords for your melody
  • Create a LEAD SHEET, which singers and bands can use to perform your music!
  • 44 videos with over 9 hours of instruction, plus quizzes and exercises.
  • 3 months of bi-weekly real-time group coaching.  Wednesdays at 10 am ET.*
  • 43months of access to a community of other musical creators in the course, where you can share creative work and ask questions.

No musical experience needed.

*Schedule subject to change

Remote Learning

This course is available for "remote" learning and will be available to anyone with access to an internet device with a microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets). Classes will take place with a "Live" instructor at the date/times listed below.

Upon registration, the instructor will send along additional information about how to log-on and participate in the class.

Refund Policy

Cancellations made 7 days or more in advance of the class start date, will receive a 100% refund. Cancellations made within 3 - 6 days may incur a 20% fee. Cancellations made within 48 hours to the first class may incur a 30% fee. Cancellations made after the first class session will be pro-rated, based on the number of classes attended.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

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Paper Kite Arts

Paper Kite Arts Founder, Kit:

I’m a musical theater composer, lyricist, and librettist with a passion for spreading the joy of musical theater.

I’ve written over 15 produced musicals, including for NPR, and for New York City and international productions.

I started Paper Kite Arts to help writers...

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